Making dinner on a busy weeknight can sometimes be a challenge, especially when you are trying to stick to a keto diet. You often want something that tastes like “comfort food” but is still healthy and low in carbohydrates.
This keto skillet bacon pizza is a recipe that I rely on when I want a hot, cheesy meal that doesn’t require complicated preparation steps.
It uses simple ingredients that you might already have in your refrigerator, like eggs and cream cheese, to create a very tasty main course.
The method we use here is quite unique because everything happens in one skillet. There is no kneading or shaping involved, which keeps the kitchen clean and saves you a lot of effort.
The crust bakes into a solid base that is ready to support all the heavy toppings that come later.
This dish is a great example of how you can eat well without using traditional flour or sugar. It is substantial and filling, making it a good option for serving a family or for meal prepping lunches for the week.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Crispy Cast Iron Edges: This recipe is designed specifically to be cooked in a cast iron skillet.
When you grease the skillet with plenty of butter as suggested, the intense heat from the iron fries the bottom and the sides of the crust. This gives you a wonderful, crunchy edge that tastes amazing.
Packed with Protein: This is not just a snack – it is a serious meal that will help you meet your daily protein goals. Between the three large eggs in the crust and the heavy serving of bacon, pepperoni, and optional sausage on top, there is a lot of protein here.
Minimal Cleanup : Because you bake the crust in the skillet and then add the toppings to the same skillet before putting it back under the broiler, you use very few dishes.
You essentially only need a mixing bowl to combine the base ingredients and the skillet to cook it.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 3 Eggs (large)
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (freshly shredded)
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (I recommend this yogurt – amazon link)
The Toppings:
- 1/2 cup Bacon Crumbles
- Pepperoni
- Sausage (optional)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, and Italian seasoning (if using) to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet (I recommend greasing it with plenty of butter beforehand to avoid sticking).
Step 3
Bake at 430°F for 18-20 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from the oven and add pepperoni, and sausage. Sprinkle the bacon pieces or crumbles evenly over the top.
Place under the broiler for a few more minutes until the cheese is slightly melted and the other toppings are heated through.
Step 5
Finally, from the skillet pizza from the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy.
💡Tips
1. Don’t Skimp on the Butter
When using a cast iron skillet for a mixture that contains eggs and cheese, sticking can be a real problem if you are not careful. Even if your pan is “seasoned,” you should grease it very generously before you pour the batter in.
It is best to take a cold stick of butter and rub it all over the bottom and the sides of the pan until there is a visible layer of fat. Do not just use a quick spray of cooking oil, because the high heat and the protein in the eggs will likely cling to the metal.
A thick layer of butter ensures that when you slice the pizza later, the pieces will lift out easily without tearing the bottom crust apart.
2. Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese
One of the most common mistakes people make with this type of crust is taking the cream cheese directly from the refrigerator and trying to mix it.
If the cream cheese is cold, it will not blend with the eggs and yogurt; instead, it will break into tiny white lumps that float in the batter.
To fix this, leave your cream cheese on the kitchen counter for about an hour before you start cooking. If you are in a rush, you can put it in a microwave-safe bowl and heat it for about 15 to 20 seconds.
It should be soft enough that you can easily squash it with a spoon, which ensures your crust mixture is smooth and consistent.
3. Stick to Greek Yogurt
The recipe specifically calls for Greek yogurt for a reason, so do not swap it for regular plain yogurt. Regular yogurt has a lot of liquid (whey) in it, which is too watery for this batter.
If you use regular yogurt, the extra water will get trapped in the crust, making it soggy and unable to hold its shape. Greek yogurt is strained and much thicker, which helps give the crust a bread-like structure without adding excess moisture.
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FAQ
Can I use a regular baking dish if I don’t have a cast iron skillet?
Yes, you can absolutely use a regular baking dish if you do not own a cast iron skillet. A 9-inch round cake pan or a square 8×8 baking dish will work well. The main difference you will notice is the crust texture.
Cast iron holds heat very well and tends to fry the edges of the crust, making them crispy. A glass or ceramic dish will bake the crust softly, so it might be a bit more tender and less crunchy on the sides.
Keto Skillet Bacon Pizza
Print RecipeIngredients
- 3 Eggs large
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese freshly shredded
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese softened
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (I recommend this yogurt – amazon link)
The Toppings:
- 1/2 cup Bacon Crumbles
- Pepperoni
- Sausage optional
- Optional: 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, and Italian seasoning (if using) to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet (I recommend greasing it with plenty of butter beforehand to avoid sticking).
- Bake at 430°F for 18-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and add pepperoni, and sausage. Sprinkle the bacon pieces or crumbles evenly over the top.Place under the broiler for a few more minutes until the cheese is slightly melted and the other toppings are heated through.
- Finally, from the skillet pizza from the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy.
Simple and effective. I was a bit skeptical about putting yogurt in a pizza crust, but you were right, it really helps the texture.